As the world retreated into their homes, seeking solace in isolation to curb the relentless advance of the pandemic, my family and I found ourselves stranded at sea, held captive by the vast expanse of the ocean that surrounded us. It was a time that provoked a whirlwind of emotions; a paradoxical blend of pain and ecstasy that touched every soul aboard our boat.
The ocean, which had always represented freedom and boundless exploration, now became a merciless barrier to the world ashore. Our boat, though once a vessel of adventure, now seemed like a confining cage. In our isolation, we were forced to confront the weight of the world's suffering. We bore witness to the anguish of families to...